It’s almost time for the 2026 Kids HOTAP Concert! 🥁 On Wednesday, April 15th, from 5-8 PM at the Ore Dock Brewing Co, we will be joined by local musicians Carrie Biolo, Biscuits & Gravy, and Corinne Rockow! A special part of this Kids HOTAP is its focus on children’s well-being. A couple of wonderful local organizations will be present to share resources & education on supporting our children’s mental health, including @uphealthplan and Cori Noordyk (LMSW, LLMFT, + AASW). A huge thank you to the Kiwanis Club of Marquette … read more April 15th: HOTAP Kids Concert
A mini-concert, an open mic, & workshop in one. Each month, a guest songwriter/band shares a song, their creative process, and a sing-along to start the open mic. Songwriters sign up, perform on stage, and receive great feedback from guests and attendees. The guest closes with another original and Q&A. Come play a song & build your songwriting community! 7 PM About Tyler: Tyler Dettloff (Anishinaabe Métis/Italian) is a poet and songwriter raised in the edge of the Delirium Wilderness. Currently living in Marquette, Michigan, Tyler’s latest album, Reconcile, was … read more April 16th: Songwriter’s Woodshed: Tyler Dettloff
After the History of Protest Songs Workshop at the Fold, make your way over to Ore Dock Brewing Co from 1-4 pm for an afternoon full of Celtic music, Irish dance, live tunes, and a community square dance. Here’s the full schedule: 1:00 -1:45 PM IRISH DANCE & MUSIC WITH CAROLYN PROVENCHER, THE KNOCKABOUTS, & MICHAEL WAITE 2:00 -2:30 PM THE KNOCKABOUTS CONCERT 2:30-4:00 PM SQUARE DANCE WITH HIAWATHA HOUSE BAND AND JO FOLEY This event is $5 for Hiawatha Members and $10 for non-members. We will be accepting nonperishable … read more March 21st: Winter Roots Festival: Winter Roots Workshops!
As our first concert of Winter Roots Festival 2026, we are thrilled to announce Matt Watroba as our March 18th HOTAP guest artist. He will be leading a Community Sing, where other guest artists will join him in song and celebration. Some of whom include: John Gillette, Sarah Mittlefelhdt, Dan Truckey, Molly Wallen, & Tim Clearly. About Matt: “Many know Matt Watroba as the voice of folk music in Michigan for his work producing and hosting shows for public radio. He has devoted his life and career to being a … read more March 18th: Winter Roots Festival: HOTAP with Matt Watroba
Come see artist group, Sea Hounds, at Songwriter’s Woodshed on Thursday, Feb. 26 at 7 PM! Sea Hounds (Chelsea Monaghan & Vince Bashi for SW) is a dynamic trio blending lush reverb, fun melodies, and cathartic soundscapes. The band dives deep with honest songwriting that hits you in the heart – while still making you want to move. Influenced by music of the 70’s and modern psychedelic, their sound is dynamic and bright. “Sea Hounds’ work explores dreams, escapism, a sense of place, and more.” WNMU Chelsea Monaghan – Songwriting, vocals, guitar, … read more Songwriter’s Woodshed: Sea Hounds
Our February HOTAP artist is Adam Carpenter and the Upper Hand! Come by Ore Dock Brewing Co on Wednesday, February 25th, from 6-8 PM for a fantastic evening of music. Tickets are sold at the door. $5 for Members and $10 for Non-Members. All ages welcome! Kids under 12 get in free.
Hiawatha now has its own Hiawatha House Band & will be holding monthly square dances at our Hiawatha office, aka The Fold, until May 2026! Mark your calendars for our next dance on February 12th. This is an ages 14+ event, and we’ll have lots of opportunities for folks to join in & jam on the music too! In March, join us at Ore Dock Brewing Co for the Winter Roots Festival! More details to come
We are kicking off 2026 with a Preserving the Roots Hiawatha on Tap, featuring The Make-Believe Spurs! 🌟 The Make-Believe Spurs will be showcasing the history & music of Woody Guthrie and Arlo Guthrie! Mark your calendars for January 21st from 6-8 pm at Ore Dock Brewing Co 🍻🎙️ We are so excited for this one and can’t wait to celebrate the incredible music of Woody and Arlo.
Songwriter’s Woodshed is back! We are thrilled to have our first SW of 2026 be hosted by The Make-Believe Spurs. Listen, or bring a song/instrument, and get feedback from your fellow music peers. No experience necessary! We hold these events to give a space to the community to share music, receive feedback, and find inspiration. Feel free to just come listen as well! About The Make-Believe Spurs: Our first guest artists at Songwriter’s Woodshed this season are the Make-Believe Spurs! They have been making music together since ‘22. Inspired by … read more Songwriter’s Woodshed: The Make-Believe Spurs
Hiawatha now has its own Hiawatha House Band & will be holding monthly square dances at our Hiawatha office, aka The Fold, until May 2026! Mark your calendars for the 2nd Thursday of each month spanning from January – May 2026. All are welcome and we’ll have lots of opportunities for folks to join in & jam on the music too! In March, join us at Ore Dock Brewing Co for the Winter Roots Festival! More details to come ✨